Monticello Man Charged With Multiple Rape Counts After Alleged Assault

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Police in the Hudson Valley have arrested a 54-year-old Monticello man, James Delbert Caston, following an alleged rape incident. Caston has been charged with five counts of rape in the first degree, two counts of sexual abuse in the second degree, two counts of unlawful imprisonment in the first degree, and one count of strangulation in the second degree. The unnamed adult female victim was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during the assault.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of sexual violence and the need for continued vigilance and support for victims in the Hudson Valley region. The charges against Caston are severe, indicating the alleged assault was particularly egregious, and raise concerns about public safety in the local community.

The details

According to police, on Tuesday around 7:30 a.m., the Village of Monticello Police Department was alerted by the Village of Liberty Police Department about a woman being held against her will. Police responded to a residence in Monticello and arrested Caston. The victim was then transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of her injuries, though the extent of those injuries was not disclosed.

• On Tuesday around 7:30 a.m., police were alerted about the incident.

What’s next

Caston was taken to the Sullivan County Jail on $150,000 cash bail, $300,000 bail bond and $600,000 partially secured bond pending further court action.